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Mapo Tofu / china king menu-2024

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Here’s a complete recipe for Mapo Tofu, a popular and flavorful Sichuan dish known for its spicy, numbing, and savory taste:


Ingredients:

For the Sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons Doubanjiang (fermented broad bean paste)
  • 1 tablespoon Sichuan peppercorns (toasted and ground)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (Chinese cooking wine)
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (mixed with 2 tablespoons water)
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For the Dish:

  • 400g soft or silken tofu (cut into cubes)
  • 200g ground pork or beef (optional for a vegetarian version)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1-inch piece of ginger (minced)
  • 2 green onions (finely sliced, whites and greens separated)
  • 1 tablespoon chili oil (adjust to spice tolerance)
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Garnish:

  • Chopped green onion greens
  • Extra ground Sichuan peppercorns
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Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Tofu:
    • Bring a pot of water to a gentle simmer and add a pinch of salt.
    • Carefully slide in the tofu cubes and cook for 2-3 minutes. This step firms the tofu and removes excess water. Drain and set aside.
  2. Toast and Grind Sichuan Peppercorns:
    • In a dry pan, toast Sichuan peppercorns until fragrant, then grind into a fine powder. Reserve for later.
  3. Cook the Aromatics:
    • Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium heat.
    • Add minced garlic, ginger, and the white parts of green onions. Stir-fry until fragrant.
  4. Cook the Meat (if using):
    • Add ground pork or beef to the wok and stir-fry until browned and crumbly.
  5. Add the Doubanjiang and Chili Oil:
    • Stir in the Doubanjiang and cook for 1-2 minutes to release its aroma.
    • Add chili oil and mix well.
  6. Make the Sauce:
    • Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, oyster sauce (if using), and sugar. Stir to combine.
    • Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Thicken the Sauce:
    • Stir the cornstarch slurry and add it to the sauce, mixing until it thickens slightly.
  8. Add the Tofu:
    • Gently add the tofu cubes to the sauce. Simmer for another 3-4 minutes, allowing the tofu to absorb the flavors.
  9. Finish the Dish:
    • Sprinkle in the ground Sichuan peppercorns and mix gently.
    • Adjust seasoning with salt or additional soy sauce if needed.
  10. Serve:
    • Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with green onion greens and a sprinkle of Sichuan peppercorn powder.

Serving Suggestions:

  • Serve hot with steamed white rice.
  • Pair with a side of stir-fried vegetables or a light soup for a balanced meal.

Enjoy your spicy, numbing, and savory Mapo Tofu! 😊

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